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Stock Stories

407 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratings

This is the podcast that helps you decode the business behind the stock. Join Alex Mason, your stock storyteller, as we journey through the S&P 500, mental models, and more.

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FedEx (FDX) - Big Moat, Small Margins

July 10, 2023 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Today we're looking at one of the world's largest transportation companies, Federal Express (better known as FedEx). We'll discuss the history, business model, and financials of this logistics giant. History: [01:02] Business Model: [03:27] Financials: [05:47] Stock Price: [13:08] 🎧 Listen to 250+ episodes on other companies and mental models: https://stockstoryteller.com/podcast/ Disclaimer: Everything shared is for informational and educational purposes only.  Nothing I share on this p...

Morgan Stanley (MS) - Wealth Management Powerhouse

July 03, 2023 23:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

Morgan Stanley's Origins and Glass-Steagall Act [00:00:00] Merger with Dean Witter and Diversification [00:02:27] Financials and Business Segments of Morgan Stanley [00:04:51] Debt Issuance and Payments [00:10:35] Increasing Cash Dividends [00:11:45] Stock Performance and Valuation [00:12:49] 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other companies and mental models: https://stockstoryteller.com/podcast/ Disclaimer: Everything shared is for informational and educational purposes only.  Nothing I shar...

Citigroup (C) - Lowest Price Big Bank Stock

June 29, 2023 14:00 - 13 minutes - 9.04 MB

Today we'll learn about Citigroup, one of the Big Four American banks. Like its peers, Citi has had a tumultuous history. Is the stock worth the price at current levels? History of Citigroup [00:02:26] Citigroup's history, from its founding in the early 1800s to its expansion and innovation in the 20th century, to its acquisition of Travelers Group and subsequent spinoff, to its troubles during the financial crisis and eventual return to profitability. Citi's Business Model [00:04:50] An o...

Bank of America (BAC) - Trading Below Book Value

June 26, 2023 14:00 - 12 minutes - 8.96 MB

Bank of America has become one of the largest banks in the United States, and has rebounded nicely from the Great Recession of 2008. We'll look at the history, business model, and financials of this banking giant. 01:17 - History of Bank of America. The founder of Bank of America, Amadeo Peter Giannini, opened the Bank of Italy in San Francisco in 1904, which later merged with another bank in Los Angeles in 1928 and was renamed Bank of America. The bank expanded through acquisitions and inn...

100 Stock Market Investing Lessons

June 02, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 75.6 MB

Check out these 100 stock market investing lessons below! For all of the fun visuals, check out the video on the Stock Stories YouTube channel. 0:51 - (1) Why Invest? 01:57 - (2) Investing Goals 03:00 - (3) Put Your Money To Work 03:39 - (4) What's Your Goal? 05:15 - (5) Shares = Business Ownership 06:07 - (6) Intrinsic Value 07:15 - (7) Greed vs Fear 08:03 - (8) Margin of Safety 09:00 - (9) Don't Fall In Love 09:30 - (10) Investing Takes Time 10:08 - (11) High Interest Debt 10:49 - (12) As...

Goldman Sachs (GS) - Top Deal-Maker On Wall Street

May 31, 2023 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

In this episode of the Stock Stories podcast, we will be discussing the history, business model, and financials of Goldman Sachs. We will provide a brief history of the company, highlighting its innovation in trading capabilities and investment banking services. Today, Goldman Sachs has three main divisions: global banking and markets, assets and wealth management, and platform solutions. It is worth noting that Goldman Sachs derives most of its revenue from investment activities, with the i...

Wells Fargo (WFC) - From Stagecoach Company to Modern Bank

May 12, 2023 13:00 - 10 minutes - 7.28 MB

Today we discuss the importance of conservatism in banking and the risks of not managing risk well. He then analyzes the history, business model, and financials of Wells Fargo, noting that the bank is a fundamentally good business with potential for growth. Despite a decline in revenue due to economic headwinds and a scandal related to fraudulent cross-selling, I believe that Wells Fargo is simplifying its operations and positioning itself for strong shareholder returns in the future. While ...

The Big Project Revealed!

May 05, 2023 13:00 - 11 minutes - 7.66 MB

In today's episode, I reveal the big project that I've been working on for the past year. Email: [email protected]

JP Morgan Chase (JPM) - Fortress Balance Sheet

April 28, 2023 19:00 - 11 minutes - 8.1 MB

Today, I am excited to share with you the story of JP Morgan Chase, the largest bank in the United States. We'll look at the history of the bank, its business model, financials, and risks. I believe that rising interest rates will ultimately benefit the bank as long as the overall system remains robust, and we'll look at potential impacts of interest rates on JP Morgan Chase's revenue and profits.   History of JP Morgan Chase [00:00:42] Business Model of JP Morgan Chase [00:03:39]  Fina...

NVR Inc. (NVR) - Disciplined Home-Building

April 14, 2023 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

Today we discuss the history, business model, and financials of NVR Inc, a home builder, to determine if it is a potentially good investment for individual investors. We go over the company's financials, including their revenues, home building income, and net income, including the fact that NVR's net income has doubled (!!) over the past couple of years, and their earnings per share have been increasing rapidly. We also look at the risks of this cyclical company. History of NVR: [00:00:00] ...

Macy's (M) - Department Store For The Masses

April 01, 2023 01:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB

Macy's is one of the iconic American department stores that has survived over the decades, even after rapid consolidation in the industry. Although the company has an impressive past, the finances of the company struggled during the pandemic, but have since rebounded. Can Macy's offer a compelling return to investors today, given it's cheap valuation? 00:00 - Intro 00:49 - History 03:49 - Business Model 07:07 - Financials 13:08 - Valuation and Final Thoughts 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on ot...

Alphabet (GOOGL) - The World's Greatest Knowledge Company

March 17, 2023 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

Alphabet, parent company of Google is a tech juggernaut. While starting with one powerful product - Search - the company has continued to innovate over the last two decades. Now, its reach expands into nearly every corner of the internet, from Maps, to Gmail, and more. The business also has 400 subsidiaries which explore the business potential of everything from artificial intelligence, to self-driving cars, to solutions for aging. 0:00 - World's Greatest Knowledge Company 1:34 - History 11...

Bed, Bath and Beyond (BBBY) - The Rise, Fall, and Lessons Learned

March 03, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Bed Bath and Beyond was once a great brick and mortar retailer, but now it is on the verge of bankruptcy. How did this happen? What is the company's story, and how did it rise to prominence and what caused its decline? In today's episode we explore these questions from the investor's perspective. 0:00 - Bed Bath and Bankrupt 1:32 - History 14:00 - Business Model 15:27 - Financials 20:06 - Email with a Listener Email: [email protected]

The 7 Phases of Financial Independence

February 17, 2023 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MB

I'm back! Happy 2023!!  I want to start the year off by talking a bit about the philosophy of financial independence, and what the various phases are. I hope you find this useful as you continue down your investing journey, in whatever phase you're in. -Alex Email: [email protected]

Undervalued Stocks...What's Going On? (Market and Life Update)

September 29, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.23 MB

Hey, what's up? It's been a little while, so I came to say hello 🙂 Today we're going to discuss what's happening in the market today, specifically some stocks that I think are definitely undervalued at this point. I also discuss what's been going on with me lately! 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other companies and mental models: https://stockstoryteller.com/podcast/ Disclaimer: Everything shared is for informational and educational purposes only.  Nothing I share on this platform should be...

Why Big Banks Aren't Scared of Fintech Companies

September 14, 2022 14:00 - 12 minutes - 8.64 MB

Banks are where our money lives. But with the rise of fintech companies and cryptocurrencies, is that all going to change? Today we explore how companies like Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Citigroup compete with the likes of SoFi, PayPal, and more. Is the FinTech revolution going to change banking? 0:00 - Where Does Money Live? 1:10 - What Is A Bank, Anyway? 4:35 - The Big Ones 5:02 - FinTech's Rise 6:54 - No Fear 10:43 - The Bottom Line 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://you...

Has Starbucks Lost Its Magic?

September 05, 2022 14:00 - 12 minutes - 8.56 MB

Starbucks is known the world over for its gourmet coffee.  It's branding is iconic and it sells billions of dollars worth of coffee every year.  But is the company still what it used to be?  Can Starbucks keep it's magic alive...and what does that mean for future investors in the stock? 0:00 - We LOVE Coffee... 1:01 - The Brew Begins 2:36 - How It Was Different 3:44 - Growth 5:35 - Investor Returns 6:14 - Business Issues Today 8:43 - What Can They Do? 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https:/...

Investing Books You Should Add To Your List

September 01, 2022 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.34 MB

Today we'll look at some of my favorite investing books and why they're great. Each book has its own strengths, and is appropriate for different steps on your investing journey. Check out the links below! Book Links: The Intelligent Investor One Up On Wall Street Beating The Street The Single Best Investment Quality Investing The Motley Fool Investment Guide The Future For Investors Financial Statements Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits 0:40 - The Intelligent Investor 2:22 - One...

20% Annual Returns From Progressive

August 29, 2022 14:00 - 9 minutes - 6.34 MB

Today we're discussing insurance company Progressive (PGR). Known for its iconic advertising characters, Progressive Insurance is one of the faster growing publicly traded auto insurance stocks. In this episode we learn the state of Progressive's current business, and highlight some aspects of its growth profile. 0:00 - The Commercials 0:50 - Why They Grew 2:00 - Financial Results 5:11 - Risks 7:03 - The Dividend Policy 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tW...

How MetLife Policyholders Quietly Got Rich

August 25, 2022 14:00 - 10 minutes - 7.44 MB

MetLife hasn't always been publicly traded.  In fact, it was a private company mutually owned by its policy holders until 2000.  How has the stock done since then?  And how could you possibly own thousands of dollars worth of MetLife stock without every buying it?   0:00 - What Does MetLife Do? 0:50 - How It Got Started 1:50 - Demutualization 3:38 - MetLife Today 7:21 - How Much Could You Have Made? 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen...

The Greatest Stock In History (Full Case Study)

August 22, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

What is the greatest stock in the history of the stock market? I've found the answer...and am so excited to share my findings with you! The answer might surprise you. 0:00 - How It Started... 2:01 - What You Would Think 2:45 - Mental Model: Availability Bias 3:42 - Company Background 7:01 - What Really Happened 13:00 - Putting It Together 24:55 - Total Return 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other companies an...

Aflac Stock's History Of Returns

August 18, 2022 14:00 - 8 minutes - 6.16 MB

Aflac is famous for its duck commercials, but what does the business actually do?  This U.S. provider actually makes a lot of money in Japan, and does so by selling cancer insurance as well as other types of insurance products. 0:00 - The Returns 1:00 - What Do They Do? 2:04 - Aflac History 4:08 - Financials 5:17 - Why Is This Happening? 6:57 - Valuation 7:40 - The Good Part 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on ot...

The Investor's Hierarchy Of Needs

August 15, 2022 17:00 - 7 minutes - 5.2 MB

It's hard trying to figure out where to invest your money sometimes. There's information coming from everywhere. Here's a simple framework you can go by when figuring out where to allocate your next dollar toward investments. 0:00 - The Problem 0:52 - The Pyramid 1:45 - Pyramid Level 1 2:43 - Pyramid Level 2 3:29 - Pyramid Level 3 4:41 - Pyramid Level 4 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other companies and menta...

Disney Stock Will Double

August 11, 2022 14:00 - 10 minutes - 7.38 MB

Disney is a company that many love and are still customers of, though the business itself has been undergoing a big transformation in recent years.  Although the pandemic hurt the company financially because of closed theme parks, the business is making a comeback in this segment.  They are also investing heavily in the Disney+ platform, which is beginning to bear fruit and is likely to become profitable within the next few years. 0:00 - But Why...? 0:20 - The Stock 2:02 - 2021 Annual Rep...

Netflix Stock Price Prediction 2027

August 08, 2022 18:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

Netflix took the world by storm in the last decade, transforming itself from a small company that mailed DVDs to a household name with a plethora of streaming content.  Recent competitive pressures have forced the company to rethink their business model.  Will they survive?  Do investors have a shot at making money from here? 0:00 - Netflix 0:30 - The Stock 2:00 - Management's Focus 4:14 - Bill Ackman 6:45 - 2021 Annual Report 9:10 - Quick Valuation 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://yo...

Boost Returns With This Simple Technique

August 04, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 9.81 MB

Bear markets bring stock prices down.  Everyone gets that.  But what if there was a way to not only stabilize your returns, but actually increase them through bear markets?  Today's episode draws on research from Wharton professor Dr. Jeremy Siegel, in his fantastic book The Future For Investors: Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Future-Investors-Tried-True-Triumph/dp/140008198X/ref=asc_df_140008198X/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312006100296&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11733...

5 Ways To Profit From Stocks

August 01, 2022 18:00 - 6 minutes - 4.65 MB

Capital gains aren't the only way to make money from stocks. And it's not just through dividends either. There are actually five ways investors make money from stocks, and we'll learn about each of them and the concept of total return. Note: we don't cover options, which are an entirely different animal and a different way to leverage the stock market to make money. 0:00 - Just One Piece 0:46 - Method #1 1:14 - Method #2 1:48 - Method #3 3:45 - Method #4 4:54 - Method #5 👀 Subscribe ...

9.6% Yield - Is Now The Time To Buy I Bonds?

July 28, 2022 14:00 - 6 minutes - 4.48 MB

I Bonds are now offering over 9.6% interest - but it is worth it? Today's episode covers the basics as well as the nuances of this passive income opportunity. 0:00 - Passive Income Now 0:25 - The Basics 1:45 - How I Bonds Work 2:51 - An Example 4:21 - Other Factors 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other companies and mental models: https://stockstoryteller.com/podcast/ Disclaimer: Everything shared is for info...

Microsoft's Secret Weapon

July 25, 2022 13:00 - 8 minutes - 5.77 MB

Microsoft is well known for their prowess in the cloud computing space as well as their gaming division. But there's more to the company than meets the eye. What is Microsoft's true strategic advantage? We cover this secret in today's video. 0:00 - Microsoft is one of The Best 0:45 - Some Facts 1:42 - People Forget This 4:12 - More Advantages 5:45 - Satya's Quote 6:57 - Success In Spite Of 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ ...

New Investors ALWAYS Do This (smh)

July 21, 2022 14:00 - 9 minutes - 6.35 MB

New investors do this all the time. They see a new investment and get really excited about it.  Here's what to think about. 0:00 - The Problem 1:50 - What We Can Do 2:50 - Two Examples 3:35 - Data Behind The Examples 5:39 - NEVER Forget This 6:45 - IPO Data 7:55 - The Questions to Ask 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other companies and mental models: https://stockstoryteller.com/podcast/ Disclaimer: Everyth...

Why Does McDonalds Still Exist?

July 18, 2022 14:00 - 10 minutes - 7.15 MB

McDonald's was once the most loved fast food brand in America.  They practically invented modern fast food.  But times have changed.  A lot of people are eating healthier, and many more fast casual and affordable food options are out there.  So as investors, we have to ask ourselves the question - why does McDonald's still exist?  And will they thrive in the future?  That's exactly what we're going to find out right now. 0:00 - Why Does McDonalds Still Exist? 0:45 - How Did McDonalds Get S...

Hyatt vs Marriott: Which Stock Is Better?

July 14, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.53 MB

It’s not enough to look at a stock and decide whether it's a buy or not.  We have to look at it in context with other investing opportunities.  Let’s look at Hyatt stock and compare it to its rival Marriott, in order to find out which one is the better buy. Link to Marriott podcast: https://stockstoryteller.com/mar/ 0:00 - One Analysis Is Not Enough 1:03 - Factor #1 3:16 - Factor #2 4:28 - Factor #3 7:10 - Factors Worth Considering 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/...

The Profit Engine Behind Hyatt Hotels

July 11, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 6.98 MB

As one of largest hotel chains in the world, Hyatt has become known for its luxury brands in both the Americas and across the world.  But is the stock as good as the business seems?  Today we’re covering the history, business model, and financials of Hyatt Hotels ($H). 0:00 - On Vacation! 0:50 - How Did Hyatt Get Started? 6:01 - Business Model 7:21 - Financials 9:15 - Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold? 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen ...

The No Brainer Investing Insight (You Probably Never Thought Of)

July 07, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.68 MB

Every intelligent investor wants to know the key principles they need to see success with their investments.  Today, we talk about one simple principle that is often overlooked, and discuss some examples (and an anti-example) of this principle in action. 0:00 - It’s Hard Enough 1:21 - An Example With Chocolate 3:33 - How It Works 5:09 - The Anti-Example 6:28 - The Principle In Action (Making Money) 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen ...

Harley-Davidson ($HOG), American Muscle, and Roller Coaster Investor Returns

July 04, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.39 MB

Over the past century, Harley-Davidson has made a name for itself as an iconic American motorcycle brand.  It helped grow and maintain biker culture all over the world.   Where does Harley-Davidson come from, and from an investor’s perspective, what kinds of things should we think about with this business?  Today we look at the history, business model, and financials of Harley-Davidson. 0:00 - The Iconic Brand 1:25 - How Did Harley-Davidson Get Started? 4:58 - Harley-Davidson’s Business ...

The 5 Types of Investors

June 30, 2022 10:00 - 8 minutes - 6.14 MB

What are the 5 types of investors?  Whether you invest in stocks, real estate, crypto, etc. you NEED to understand these investor archetypes, and the pros and cons of each. 0:00 - Different Investors Have Different Approaches 0:44 - Type #1 2:17 - Type #2 4:00 - Type #3 5:28 - Type #4 6:40 - Type #5 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other companies and mental models: https://stockstoryteller.com/podcast/ Discl...

Church and Dwight, A Defensive Stock To Last Centuries | $CHD Analysis

June 27, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.64 MB

Why Church and Dwight?  That’s where Arm and Hammer baking soda, Trojan condoms, First Response pregnancy tests, Xtra laundry detergent, and so many other products come from.  They make so many things that you and I probably use every day.  Today we’ll learn about the history, business model, and financials of Church and Dwight, and try to understand whether or not the stock is a good buy today. 0:00 - Why Church and Dwight? 0:54 - How Did Broadcom Get Started? 3:24 - Broadcom’s Business ...

Broadcom - Cable, WiFi, And Connecting The Internet | $AVGO Analysis

June 23, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.01 MB

Broadcom is all about connectivity.  Everything from Wifi Routers, to smartphones, to data centers use their products.  Today we’ll learn about the history, business model, and financials of Broadcom (formerly Avago Technologies). 0:00 - Why Broadcom? 0:58 - How Did Broadcom Get Started? 3:30 - Broadcom’s Business Model 5:58 - Financials 9:20 - What’s the Growth Mechanism? 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other ...

How ‘Big Tech’ Got Started - International Business Machines (IBM) | $IBM Analysis

June 20, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.38 MB

Big tech, now known more commonly by names such as Apple and Amazon, used to simply be ‘IBM’.  International Business Machines began a huge wave of computer science innovation and ushered the world into a new era. Today we discuss the history, business model, and financials of IBM, and whether or not the stock might make a good investment. 0:00 - Big Blue 0:50 - How Did IBM Get Started? 6:30 - IBM’s Business Model 8:06 - Financials 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC...

Nvidia Is Powering The AI Revolution | $NVDA Analysis

June 16, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 6.99 MB

Nvidia has made a name for itself in the arena of graphic cards, having invented the GPU.  They’ve expanded into professional visualization, the auto market, and are helping power the artificial intelligence revolution.  Today we learn about the history, business model, and financials of Nvidia ($NVDA). 0:00 - Start 2:30 - How Did Nvidia Get Started? 5:00 - Nvidia’s Business Model 7:00 - Financials 15:32 - Buy, Sell, or Hold? 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2...

Intel, Moore’s Law, And The Birth Of The Microprocessor | $INTC Analysis

June 13, 2022 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.13 MB

Intel has helped power the rise of the personal computer, birthing the microprocessor and bringing computers to life.  Today we’re studying the history, business model, and financials of Intel Corporation ($INTC). 0:00 - Start 0:56 - How Did Intel Get Started? 4:08 - Intel’s Business Model 8:16 - Financials 10:40 - Buy, Sell, or Hold? 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other companies and mental models: https://s...

Advanced Micro Devices, The Triumph Of The Underdog | $AMD Analysis

June 08, 2022 10:00 - 13 minutes - 9.62 MB

Advanced Micro Devices started out as just a small competitor to its bigger brother, Intel.  After developing competing microprocessors, AMD made a name for itself and began to flourish as a company.  In today’s episode, we’ll look at the history, business model, and financials of Advanced Micro Devices ($AMD). 0:00 - Start 1:00 - How Did AMD Get Started? 7:11 - AMD’s Business Model 9:24 - Financials 12:30 - Buy, Sell, or Hold? 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwd...

Lowe’s And The Business of Do-It-Yourself | $LOW Analysis

June 01, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

Where did Lowe’s come from and how did they come to become a huge player in the home improvement space?  Today we look at the history, business model, and financials for Home Depot’s biggest competitor, Lowe’s. 0:00 - Start 1:13 - How Did Lowe’s Get Started? 6:06 - Lowe’s Business Model 7:32 - Financials 11:54 - Buy, Sell, or Hold? 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other companies and mental models: https://stoc...

The Blessings and Curses of Commitment and Consistency For Investors | Mental Model

May 25, 2022 10:00 - 8 minutes - 6.19 MB

When we commit to something, we’re more likely to follow through with it.  This is especially true when we commit for long periods of time.  But how does this work for or against us as investors?  We explore this concept in today’s show. Link to Robert Cialdini’s book Influence here: https://tinyurl.com/rv6ahkj4 0:00 - Start 3:09 - My Failure With The Mental Model 4:25 - Bill Ackman’s Decision 5:38 - Logic Behind Netflix Decision 7:00 - An Idea To Apply 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https...

Home Depot Has Historically Crushed The S&P 500 | $HD Analysis

May 18, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

Home Depot has dominated the home improvement industry, but how did it happen?  In today’s episode we look at Home Depot’s modest beginnings, how it grew into a powerhouse, and what the business offers for investors today. 0:00 - Start 3:00 - Home Depot Beginnings 5:10 - How Home Depot Works 7:54 - Financials 13:20 - Home Depot Historical Returns 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other companies and mental models...

6 Lessons From My Worst Investment

May 11, 2022 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

As an investor, failure at some point is inevitable…especially when you’re just getting started!  What separates great investors from those who never make money is what you LEARN from your failures.   This one has been a long time in the making, but today we look at not only what my worst investment has been, but what lessons you can take from my experience. 0:00 - Start 1:25 - Buying The Stock 6:15 - Lesson #1 6:52 - Lesson #2 8:12 - Lesson #3 9:04 - Lesson #4 10:20 - Lesson #5 11:...

Should You Invest In The Lighting Industry With Acuity Brands? | $AYI Analysis

May 04, 2022 10:00 - 13 minutes - 9.18 MB

Can you imagine a world without light?  Electricity is an essential part of modern life, and lighting products play an essential role in it.  Acuity Brands is one of the largest lighting manufacturers in North America - let’s learn about their history and economic characteristics in today’s episode. 0:00 - Start 1:11 - How Did Acuity Brands Get Started? 5:38 - Acuity’s Business Model 9:25 - Financials 11:43 - Final Thoughts On Acuity Brands 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/...

Etsy Deep Dive Company Analysis

April 27, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

What is Etsy’s business model and how does it make money?  Though a few weeks ago we broadly covered this business, today we’re doing a deeper dive to understand some of the financials in order to understand Etsy’s investment thesis. 0:00 - Start 3:15 - What Does Etsy Do? 8:20 - Metcalfe’s Law 13:50 - Fundamentals 17:40 - Return On Equity 22:40 - Return On Invested Capital 29:43 - Risks 31:03 - Final Thoughts On Etsy 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tW...

Accenture And The Beginning Of Consulting

April 20, 2022 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB

What is consulting, and how did one of the largest consulting firms in America get its start?  Find out in today’s episode, as we explore the history, business model, and financials of Accenture. 0:00 - Start 1:42 - The Big 8 3:42 - Trouble Was Brewing 6:31 - Change Specialists 10:29 - Financials 16:18 - Final Thoughts On Accenture 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other companies and mental models: https://sto...

How To Invest When Stocks Are Down

April 15, 2022 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.13 MB

How do we choose between stocks when the whole market is down?  Often, during corrections, there are multiple seemingly good stocks to buy.  How do we think about the trade-offs? 0:00 - Start 2:35 - Deciding Between Two Stocks 5:45 - Avoiding Investor FOMO 7:18 - Not Every Stock Drops Proportionally 9:08 - The Mental Model At Play Here 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCKwdV2I2k0tWvjVpa8szyHA 🎧 Listen to 200+ episodes on other companies and mental models: https://...

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